Happy National Pet Week

Happy National Pet Week

Happy National Pet Week!  Here in the veterinary world, pets are our lives!  We do what we do because we love our pets (and yours)!  What is it about pets that make our worlds go round?!  There is something special in this thing we call the human-animal bond.   They...
Healthy Teeth, Happy Horse

Healthy Teeth, Happy Horse

As the field of veterinary medicine has evolved, the importance of high quality dental care has become increasingly apparent.  The mouth serves a vital role as the entry point for nutrition, the foundation of health.  In fact, oral health is important for all of the...
We Do House Calls

We Do House Calls

by Melissa Gisleson, DVM Do you dread taking your dog or cat to the vet? Many people do! The experience can be exhausting for both you and your critter! Here, at Alpine Animal Hospital, we have many options to help provide the best medical care with low stress...
Coughing Dog – Not Just Kennel Cough

Coughing Dog – Not Just Kennel Cough

Our valley is blessed with a large and well-cared-for dog population. Dogs join us in everyday activities from hiking and going out for dinner to accompanying us at work. As you can imagine, there are many scenarios for dog-to-dog interactions, as well as the...